The file containing the names and Social Security numbers of the employees was discovered online Tuesday and taken down. Interim Vice Chancellor Mark Hussey said the school was not aware that any information had been unlawfully used, but it was notifying affected individuals and helping them take steps to reduce the risk of being victimized.

An initial review suggests no information was avilable on employees hired after the first few months of 1999. The list included information from employees of the university’s agricultural research centers and extension arms, which have offices in Bexar and surrounding counties.